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PlayStation has unexpectedly delisted and shut down servers for Destruction AllStars, a live-service game launched in 2021 for PS5. Despite its decent fundamentals, the game failed to impress, receiving a 6/10 review for its shallow experience. Owners can still access offline Arcade Mode against bots.
Grand Theft Auto Online's unauthorized modding platform, Rage:MP, is shutting down due to a cease and desist from Take-Two Interactive, effective August 31st. This move solidifies FiveM as the sole authorized platform for GTA Online modding. The shutdown impacts both developers and players, who must migrate to FiveM.
Get ready for the PlayStation State of Play on June 2, 2026, featuring updates on Marvel’s Wolverine, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and potentially new God of War content. This showcase promises gameplay reveals, announcements, and surprises for PS5 exclusives and multi-platform titles. With Marvel’s Wolverine set for a September 15 release, its brutal combat, differing from Insomniac’s Spider-Man, will take center stage.
Despite rising gas and grocery prices squeezing consumers, Take-Two's CEO Strauss Zelnick is confident that Grand Theft Auto 6 will still attract buyers. Zelnick acknowledged the economic challenges but emphasized consumer desire for desired products. GTA 6's anticipated release on PS5 and PC is expected to perform well regardless of financial strains.
Sony has revealed its PlayStation Plus monthly games for June 2026, featuring Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, a co-op first-person action game, alongside Grounded Fully Yoked Edition and Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2. Available from June 2 to July 6, this lineup is the first since the service's price increase. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, now in great shape after a rough launch, brings unique playable classes like the Skitarii (arriving June 23) and Ogryn.
Grand Theft Auto VI was supposed to launch today, May 26, 2026, but gamers are left empty-handed after a series of delays and a notably absent marketing campaign. Despite the hype, Rockstar Games has pushed the release to November 2026, with CEO Strauss Zelnick emphasizing the importance of marketing, stating "players need to know when it's out". Fans are left heartbroken and wondering when the marketing push will finally begin.
Leaked behind-the-scenes footage suggests Conwy Castle in Wales is a filming location for the upcoming Elden Ring movie, directed by Alex Garland, slated for a 2028 release. The historic castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, may represent a location from the game, though specifics are debated among fans. This leak follows previous hints at the movie's production, including recognizable characters and settings.
Discover the surprising online villain of Forza Horizon 6, Bowie Knife99, whose exploits have left the community in awe and fear. This mysterious player's actions have become the talk of the game's online mode, with many wondering about the motivations behind the mayhem. Forza Horizon 6 players are on high alert, wondering what Bowie Knife99's next move will be.
Rocket League, the beloved physics-based soccer game, is set to undergo its most significant update yet, migrating from Unreal Engine 3 to Unreal Engine 6. Unveiled at the Paris Majors, this update promises enhanced visuals, finer details, and a first look at Epic's next-gen engine. This move marks a new era for Rocket League, leveraging Epic's latest technology.
Get your first look at Unreal Engine 6 courtesy of a visually stunning Rocket League teaser, showcasing interoperable content and real-time cinematic visuals. Though lacking gameplay details, the trailer highlights a significant graphical leap. Rocket League's upcoming visual revamp, powered by UE6, promises a new era for the game.
